Transition 2020-2021
Reflections on the One Year Anniversary of An Inauguration
Chuck Rosenberg Thu, Jan 20, 2022, 12:49 PM
Democracy requires acts of grace.
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Transition 2020-2021
What's the Justice Department Doing in the E. Jean Carroll Lawsuit?
Mark C. Niles Mon, Jun 21, 2021, 4:04 PM
Why is Biden’s Justice Department arguing for the dismissal of E. Jean Carroll’s defamation claim against Donald Trump? Because the issue of limiting liability of federal officials in future claims goes well beyond one president or even all presidents.
Defense Production Act
Understanding Biden’s Invocation of the Defense Production Act
Shayan Karbassi Thu, Mar 4, 2021, 8:01 AM
The Biden administration’s initial invocations of the Defense Production Act are likely to be the first of many additional steps that the administration will take to address the evolving needs of the ongoing national health crisis.
Biden Administration
Embracing Foreign Affairs Federalism in a Post-Trump Era
Julia Spiegel Wed, Mar 3, 2021, 8:01 AM
Subnational governments are the frontline responders to many of the foreign affairs challenges the global community faces. The Biden-Harris administration should embrace localities as critical force multipliers and innovators in achieving its foreign policy goals.
American Foreign Policy
Civil Society Should Be at the Center of Foreign Policy
Jon Temin Mon, Mar 1, 2021, 8:01 AM
In an era of democratic backsliding, governments are increasingly disconnected from citizens. The Biden administration should elevate engagement with civil society in response.
Diplomacy
A New Geostrategic Environment Demands New Principles for U.S. Multilateral Diplomacy
William W. Burke-White Thu, Feb 25, 2021, 8:01 AM
While the Biden administration’s early moves to reengage the international institutional order are important first steps, today’s more competitive global landscape requires a broader shift in U.S. multilateral diplomacy. “The Philadelphia Principles” proposed herein can guide the U.S. toward more effective multilateral engagement that better serves the interests of the American people.
Cybersecurity and Deterrence
How the National Cyber Director Position Is Going to Work: Frequently Asked Questions
John Costello, Mark Montgomery Wed, Feb 24, 2021, 11:23 AM
Two members of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission answer questions about the new position.
Transition 2020-2021
Nomination Hearing: William Burns as Next CIA Director
Tia Sewell Wed, Feb 24, 2021, 9:35 AM
On Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., the Senate Intelligence Committee will hold a hearing on the nomination of William Burns to be the next director of the CIA.
You can watch a livestream here or below:
Department of Justice
Nomination Hearing: Merrick Garland as next Attorney General
Tia Sewell Mon, Feb 22, 2021, 9:40 AM
On Monday, February 22, 2021, at 9:30 a.m., the Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a confirmation hearing on the nomination of Merrick Garland to be the next U.S. attorney general.
You can watch a livestream of the hearing here or below:
Department of Defense
Situational Ethics Drove the Military’s Decision to Delay Female Officer Promotions
Alexander Vindman Thu, Feb 18, 2021, 3:32 PM
Pentagon leaders gravely erred in gaming the process to avoid a backlash from then-President Trump to promotions for two well-deserving female generals.